Pastor Bossman
Topic: The Power of Thanksgiving and Worship
2 Corinthians 2:14 – “Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ…”
Thanksgiving is our way of acknowledging God’s goodness, showing Him we depend on Him and trust Him for what’s ahead. It’s not just a response to what
He’s done—it’s a declaration of faith in what He’s going to do.
Thanksgiving Opens the Door
● Thank God in advance for open doors, provision, and answered prayers.
● Thanksgiving strengthens your faith and invites the presence of God into
your situation.
● He is the same yesterday, today, and forever—praise causes Him to
manifest in your life.
1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 – Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. Give thanks in everything.
Worship Ushers Us into God’s Presence
Colossians 3:16 – Sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with grace in your
hearts.
Worship reminds us of all God has done and leads us to deep gratitude. It’s the
gateway into His presence.
Psalm 100:4 – “Enter His gates with thanksgiving, and His courts with praise.”
In His presence, there is fullness of joy, breakthrough, and healing.
What Happens When We Worship?
● Condemnation lifts –
Romans 8:1 – No condemnation for those in Christ Jesus.
We are new creations in Christ. Worship shifts our focus from the past to God’s grace.
● Chains Break –
Like Paul and Silas in prison, worship caused the chains to fall.
Philippians 4:6–7 – Prayer and thanksgiving bring peace that guards your heart and mind.
● The Enemy Flees –
When David worshiped, the evil spirit tormenting Saul left. Worship under the anointing brings freedom.
Luke 19:37–40 – The people praised Jesus loudly for the miracles they had seen. Jesus said if they were silent, the stones would cry out.
Don’t let the stones cry out in your place!
Why Thanksgiving and Worship Matter
● Transforms entitlement into gratitude
● Recognizes God’s sovereignty and goodness
● Builds a heart that trusts God’s providence
● Leads to deeper peace, joy, and spiritual breakthrough
Psalm 119:164 – “Seven times a day I praise You…”
John 4:23 – True worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth—
this is who God is seeking.
Final Encouragement
Don’t be silent—God is alive.
Worship with your whole heart and let nothing else compete with Him.
Give thanks daily and watch God move in power.
Thanksgiving and worship are your keys to peace, breakthrough, and joy.
